4 Pro Tips for Taking Better Smartphone Kid Photos

These days, more and more parents are relying on their phone to do everything--and that includes taking photos of the kids. It’s the one device you always have on you, ready to capture those hilarious, weird or special moments that rarely announce themselves in advance.

2. Avoid filters and gimmicks: Grainy Instagram filters are cool, but everyone’s seen them by now and they’re beginning to get a little old. Also watch out for fake blur; it’s pretty easy to tell the difference between fake blur and the real blur that comes from a dedicated camera.

3. Get a better app: Whether you use Android or iPhone, the app market is full of better camera apps than what comes standard on your phone. Give them a try!